I've only read the first two chapters of this book and already intrigued by the world created. This brutal world created on an icy ledge where survival is not the only thing the characters must be concerned with. They may also be selected or harvested by the beings that come every season to make their selection. The characters are not certain what happens to those who are selected but they can only imagine the horrors that wait for those taken. I'm excited to continue this book.

First of all, congratulations on an awesome beginning of a series! I was immediately hooked and didn't want to put it down. She wrote characters that you could fall in love with despite their obvious flaws.
Found family is one of my favorite tropes and its got the makings of a great one with this trilogy.
The side characters are *chefs kiss* and they'll only get better.
The world building is so good and it made sense without being overly complicated.

I definitely recommend this one. It is adult fantasy but the spice level is quite low. Slow burn/ enemies to lovers/ great banter.

Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC.

I don’t even know where to begin with this book, Stacey is a vision. This story has such an original plot, and reminds me kind of like a mix between the hunger games and a little bit of divergent with fae. I was truly obsessed with the MMC in this book I cannot wait to see what happens in Chasm because that plot twist really really threw me. I did not see it coming and I thought the FMC was going to get a happy ever after, but I’m so excited for her revenge arc and getting back at the people that tried to destroy her. Stacey CRUSHED this one!!!!

Going into Ledge, I wasn’t sure what to expect but the cover alone had captivated me — however by the end, I realized it’s one of those books that feels like the opening move in a much bigger game. Not everything lands perfectly, but there’s enough grit and promise here that I’m all in for the rest of the trilogy. (Because quitting a series halfway through? DNF who!?). Fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L Armentrout will feel right at home: it’s dark and messy, a little savage at times, and that’s only half the charm.

Highlights:
The atmosphere grabbed me immediately. Imagine the Wall from Game of Thrones and The Gauntlet from fourth wing had a baby — that's the setting, and it’s every bit as bleak and brutal as it sounds. Everything from the shattered world to the smart-mouthed heroine to the broody supernatural love interest — bonus points because Ryon has wings. (Automatic points from me. Wings will do that, but we already know why? IYKYK). Dawsyn might seem reckless and immature at times, but it tracks. If you’ve spent your whole life clawing to survive in isolation why would you worry about being mature in the face of danger? I specially adored that she stayed rough around the edges, it makes her stand out in between heroines. The final plot drop was everything to me, I personally love (and hate) and author who isn't afraid to unalive anyone for the sake of the plot. In my opinion it makes it raw, real and far more deep.

What didn’t quite land:
The romance needed more breathing room. It wasn’t straight-up instalove, but the connection felt more told than shown — I wanted more moments that earned the shift from enemies to something deeper. And the steam? All buildup, little payoff. The tension was there, but the execution left me a little cold (pun intended). Worldbuilding, too, stayed frustratingly shallow. There were glimpses of a fascinating magic system and culture behind the Glacians, but it never fully fleshed out. I kept waiting for it to dig deeper, and it just... didn’t.

In the end:
Ledge is rough, wild, and unfinished — but there’s so much raw energy in this story that it’s impossible to look away. It’s setting the stage for something bigger, and Dawsyn’s journey feels like it’s barely getting started. I’m strapped in for the rest of the ride, hoping the next books dive even deeper into the story’s potential and more worldbuilding, please!

The sample of Ledge is very descriptive, so interesting and draws you in. If this is preemptive for the rest of the book, it should be a thrilling read.

This sampler gave me a good idea of Stacey McEwan's writing. As I explore the fantasy genre, I find that it helps to read a few chapters before getting into the book. I think I am engaged and the winter chill has got me so I'll definitely be proceeding to read the final story.

I’ve never read anything by Stacey McEwan but from just two chapters I can see why she’s so popular. She really sucks you in with her writing. I did not realize this book was already released when I hit read now, was just interested in the sample but should’ve paid closer attention. I’ll be finishing the book and sequel so I can preorder the next book!

Instantly hooked!

The action and concept grabbed me from the first page.

I’ve seen this series around but did not know anything about it and had no idea what the premise was - safe to say it’s going on my tbr immediately.

Dawsyn seems like she’s going to be a formidable protagonist.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher & the author for the opportunity read this sample ARC!

Good news! My request to read and review an exclusive sampler ebook (the first two chapters) of the debut novel ledge by Stacey McEwan was approved!

Of course this meant I had to head to the library the next day to pick up hard copies of the entire Glacian Trilogy because I was hooked from the first page of Ledge, which is not surprising given the book’s popularity. So far I’m loving Ledge! I’ve had this trilogy on my tbr since I first stumbled upon McEwan’s Instagram account which is clever and brilliant and all things good. You should go give her a follow and grab the trilogy in advance of “A Forbidden Alchemy” (book one in a new duology) that’s released June 30 (and yes, I’m happily sitting on an advance ebook on #netgalley and planning on reading it soon).

Full review to follow soon!

I really liked the concept of this book so finding this sampler was great!

Being dropped straight into some action is always a winning opener for me and Ledge feels tense from the get go! The setting is one I haven't seen before and I think it will add to the whole feeling of the book. The world building is right there from the start and in all these were a great few sample chapters.

I will be adding this to my TBR!

Well, I need to read this book now.

This totally drew me in. I need more. Thank you.

I appreciate the opportunity to sample this eARC! Thank you for allowing me to voluntarily leave honest feedback.

I can't wait to devour this WHOLE series!!

This was an arc of only the first 2 chapters but I am hooked! This will almost satisfy your dystopian fantacy cravings, but will leave you wanting seconds.

This preview was excellent and based on this preview I would purchase this book. The character, Dawsyn, and the story are compelling enough that even from a preview it's easy to see that the book will be interesting.

Whattttt that ending??! I did not see that coming. I totally thought it was wrapping up semi-nicely…😭This world was so cool (literally) and even though it had some common tropes it still felt entirely different to me. Also uh wow I love Dawsyn, she’s such a strong FMC in every way and has amazing willpower. Seriously, she reminds me of me of Tissanah and Aelin and will be high up there on that list too (War of Lost Hearts and Throne of Glass, respectively). I totally was supposed to move onto a different book next but I guess I’ll be picking up Chasm instead!

This book definitely exceeded my expectations! It has a slow burn AND enemies to lovers?! SIGN ME UPPP! The worldbuilding was so immersive and it kept me glued to my kindle!

Thank you for the sampler! I have been so curious about about the Glacian trilogy ever since I started seeing Stacey McEwan's hilarious book-related Instagram videos.

The first two chapters really pulled me into the story and I purchased the ebook so I could continue the story. I am dying to know what is down in the Chasm!

Thank you for this 2 chapter preview of Ledge by Stacey McEwan. I know this was only the first two chapters, but I loved so much about this story so far. I will immediately be buying this book and series. Stacey McEwan's writing I can already tell is gorgeous. The world is unique and interesting! And I cannot wait to see where the plot of this story goes. I love a harsh / dystopian like world with a FMC who has overcome adversity and continues to do so. Perfect start!

Ledge by Stacey McEwan is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that takes readers on an emotional and physical journey of survival, resilience, and self-discovery. The story follows a young woman named Aspen who finds herself stranded on the edge of a perilous cliff, facing not only the harsh elements but also her own inner struggles.

McEwan excels at creating a tense atmosphere, using vivid descriptions to convey the isolation and danger of Aspen's situation. The psychological depth of the story is equally compelling, as the author delves into themes of survival, personal strength, and confronting past trauma. Aspen is a strong protagonist whose journey of self-realization and survival is both inspiring and heartbreaking.

The pacing is steady, with moments of intense action and quieter, introspective scenes that allow for character development. The plot, though centered around survival, also touches on deeper emotional and philosophical questions, adding layers to the story.

While the narrative is powerful and the writing strong, some readers may find certain aspects of the plot predictable or the pacing slightly slow in places. However, these small issues don’t detract significantly from the overall impact of the novel.

Overall, Ledge is an engaging and emotional read that will resonate with fans of survival stories and character-driven narratives. McEwan’s ability to blend physical and psychological challenges makes this a memorable and rewarding novel.

This was such a a beautiful way of world building. I could feel the depth of the icy coldness. The character development was excellent and I couldn't stop reading. I'm looking forward to the next book.

This was utterly addicting to read, and I devoured it in a day! I don’t know what I was expecting really, but it surpassed all my expectations! Thrilling and totally enthralling, the writing style is wonderful and kept me hooked from start to very end!